Dinsun Review
Donut Games has a very specific formula: simple, polished, and disposable. Action Hero fits this to a T. It’s a competent little platformer that looks like a lost NES game. The controls are responsive enough, but the level design is uninspired. It’s the kind of game that was impressive when the App Store was new, but now it feels like a relic.
There’s no weight to the movement, and the combat is trivial. It’s okay for a five-minute distraction, but it lacks the depth or the hook to make me want to come back. I’ve seen this hero a thousand times before. It’s professional, but it’s completely soul-less. It’s gaming fast-food.
Overall Stats
Pros & Cons
- Consistent and charming retro art style
- Simple, reliable controls
- Good for quick gaming sessions
- Very repetitive gameplay loop
- Lacks depth and meaningful progression
- Overshadowed by much better modern platformers
Technical Report
Performance: Rock solid performance as expected from Donut Games.
Audience Fit
Buy if: You have a soft spot for Donut Games' library and want a simple platformer.
Skip if: You want a challenging platformer with modern mechanics.
- Rat on a Scooter
- Jungle Run
- Super Mario Run
Reviewer Context
- Reviewer: Dinsun
- Hardware: iPhone 13
- Playtime: 3 hours
- Status: Finished all levels with 3 stars
